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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Little Petals Day Nursery # Little Petals Day Nursery in Manchester Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 4.8 (4 parent reviews) · 142 Derbyshire Lane, Stretford, MANCHESTER, M32 8DU · Trafford Number of places 73 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Trafford About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Petals Day Nursery, established in 2009, is a childcare setting located in Manchester, M32 8DU, offering care for children aged 0-4 years. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am until 6pm, closing only for bank holidays and one week over Christmas. The Ofsted report, rated as 'Good' on 12 November 2021, highlights a vibrant and homely environment where children are happy and safe, even amidst adaptations for the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders have crafted an ethos and curriculum that prepares all children for future learning, providing rich and stimulating experiences. Children at Little Petals Day Nursery make good progress, developing excellent critical thinking skills, perseverance, and agility. The nursery places a strong emphasis on personal, social and emotional development. Leaders have high aspirations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) or those learning English as an additional language (EAL). Staff work diligently to ensure children with SEND receive the necessary support, collaborating closely with external professionals for swift intervention and appropriate strategies. While children regularly engage in outdoor play, wrapped up warmly and well supervised, the nursery continually strives for improvement, focusing on strengthening communication and language support and hygiene practices in the baby room. The nursery also aims to better equip parents to contribute to their children's learning at home. Pre-school children are encouraged to take on responsibilities as 'special helpers', fostering a sense of generosity celebrated through a 'kindness jar'. ", reflecting the nurturing environment provided by the long-standing and dedicated staff team. What it's like Children are happy and safe in this vibrant and homely setting, settling well even with adaptations for the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders have adopted an ethos and curriculum that prepares all children for future learning, offering rich opportunities and stimulating experiences. Children make good progress and develop excellent critical thinking skills, perseverance, and agility. Happy and safe children Good progress Strong personal development SEND/EAL support Outdoor play Dedicated long-term staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Petals Day Nursery Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10213583 Lead inspector Layla Davies [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174337)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY391206) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 142 Derbyshire Lane, Stretford, MANCHESTER, M32 8DU [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.31653/53.45079/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near MANCHESTER - [Day nurseries in MANCHESTER](/search?q=MANCHESTER) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-petals-day-nursery-m32-8du-ey391206) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, with the exception of bank holidays and one week at Christmas. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Petals Day Nursery Last inspected 12 November 2021 · Layla Davies Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are happy and safe in this vibrant and homely setting, settling well even with adaptations for the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders have adopted an ethos and curriculum that prepares all children for future learning, offering rich opportunities and stimulating experiences. Children make good progress and develop excellent critical thinking skills, perseverance, and agility. Inspector highlights - The curriculum for personal, social and emotional development is strong. - Leaders have the same ambitions for all children, including those with SEND or EAL. - Pre-school children are given the responsibility of 'special helper'. - Self-evaluation is used well by leaders to identify areas for enhancement and share best practice. - Leaders guide staff to help them strengthen their good skills, resulting in high staff retention and satisfaction. Areas to develop - 1 provide more targeted support to staff in the baby room help them to improve the implementation of the curriculum - 2 strengthen hygiene practices in the baby room - 3 help all parents to be able to contribute towards children's learning at home. Inspection #10213583 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174337) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "is happy and that is everything" Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities are blossoming in this nursery. Staff work hard to make sure that children receive the support they require. Close partnership working with external professionals helps to ensure that swift intervention is sought and the correct strategies are adopted. Outdoor space Staff ensure that children are safe and well cared for. For example, children are well supervised. They are wrapped up in warm clothing before playing outside. ## Parent Reviews of Little Petals Day Nursery 4.8 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIfuOf6FEgsIcHof6T6R3mKFEbgMpAf13Dj2WQJ_mdLCEOc=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nathan Wilson 2 years ago Both our girls attended here and our youngest still does. They are brilliant with them and are we have seen a huge impact that they have had. 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